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The hands of a working man

Tile Excellence

I spend 8 months a year in Florida and 4 months a year in Massachusetts and install tile to make my living. Well to this i reply Ive been installing tile for a lifetime and in Boston alone in 15 years Ive completed at least 100 jobs per year so more or less 1500 jobs in the north shore area.

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Retail outlook: Remodeling still the sweet spot

Floor Covering News

By Ken Ryan D uring the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, flooring retailers largely benefited by the surge in home remodeling projects that ensued when homeowners opted to invest in home renovation projects as opposed to lavish vacations and entertainment. D&M Interiors in Appleton, Wis., Carpet One, Selinsgrove, Pa., In Birmingham, Ala.,

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The 31 Best Residential Design Blogs Featuring Awesome Cement Tile (A Definitive List For Encaustic Tile Enthusiasts)

Granada Tile

Kim used a glorious cement tile in the remodel of her kitchen. She spotlights the best examples of cement tile design (including this classic kitchen by Jessica Helgerson that features our Badajoz cement tiles). Albert Hadley wrote, “Design is coming to grips with one’s real lifestyle, one’s real place in the world.

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HomeAdvisor’s 2019 Report Reveals Popular Spending Trends

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Residents in Massachusetts, Hawaii, Rhode Island and Maryland are among the states that spend the most on home improvement projects. “On Besides remodeling rooms, other popular projects include installing new appliances, replacing the roof, and refinishing hardwood floors. Some states spend significantly more on projects.

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Washington D.C. Apartments: The Ultimate Renters Guide

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Dorchester West Dorchester West Year Built/Renovated: 2014 Number of Units: 117 Number of Layouts: 23 Rent (range low to high): $1,799-$3,153 Highlights (amenities): These spacious, contemporary apartments are outfitted with features from floor-to-ceiling windows to stainless steel appliances, large closets and granite countertops.

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Boston Apartments: The Ultimate Renters Guide

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Continuum Apartments in Allston/Brighton The capital of Massachusetts and one of the nation’s oldest cities, Boston is an iconic destination with a rich history. We delved into the interior design, looking for features such as hardwood flooring, stainless steel appliances, balconies and other modern features.

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9 Creative Offices We Wish We Worked In

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

They’ve collectively cut out the cubicle, embraced the employee kitchen, and upgraded to much more comfortable seating. The modern top floor atrium is a kitchen/dining hall/multi-purpose space where a dinner bell signals the start of local, organic family-style means for the entire company. In other words, where do we apply?